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The AR-X is the sporty off-road model, similar to the Subara Outback, and the 25T or whatever is the standard model. the AR-X has higher suspension and the flared guard things. not a fan of that model, but the 3.5L V6 6spd model is looking mighty fine in a few years time.

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The AR-X is the sporty off-road model, similar to the Subara Outback, and the 25T or whatever is the standard model. the AR-X has higher suspension and the flared guard things. not a fan of that model, but the 3.5L V6 6spd model is looking mighty fine in a few years time.

Ok that's why it looks like a subibus, cause it's the offroad one. Yeah I've checkout out the V6 one online and they're nice. My mates got the v35 with twinturbos and that engine is very tough, can wait to see it at wakefield on Wed. :(

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I 've seen these in the flesh and yes the plastic guards dont do much for it - very XC volvoish.

The rear door has a two way opening system - another Stagea innovation. Not that this was the first time this idea was invented, just that it looks like someone actually thought about it before slapping the car together.

The picture doesnt give the dash the credit that is due, it is very creamy...very yum.

That flap on the top of the centre console opens up and the tv/dvd screen pops up.

The price has come down significantly since it was last advertised for around $50k

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There you go, do you know about the tiptronic? Would be nice to retrofit to a series 2 if it's 6 speed.

The TV's screen is similar to the v35 then.

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Just wondering, are the 35-series Stageas ready for compliancing & registering in Australia now? This SEVS thingie is just making me very confused.

Or is that Stagea AR-X a personal import?

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